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5. FIRE FIGHTI'G MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Use suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire. Keep fire exposed containers cool by spraying with
water. Use water with caution, chlorine in water can be very corrosive. DO NOT spray on to leaking containers.

Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
Non-combustible. Oxidising agent ; may assist combustion. Mixtures of chlorine and hydrogen are explosive
over a wide range of concentrations.

Special Protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
A self contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing should be worn in fire conditions

Special protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Firefighters MUST use self contained breathing equipment, eye
protection and full protective clothing when fighting fires in which chlorine is involved. Use water spray to keep
fire-exposed containers cool, but avoid area where chlorine is leaking.

Fire-fighting equipment/instructions
In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Remove pressurized gas cylinders from the immediate
vicinity. Cylinders can burst violently when heated, due to excess pressure build-up. Cool containers / tanks with
water spray. Evacuate area and fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

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6. ACCIDE'TAL RELEASE MEASURE

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Keep people away from and upwind of leak. Keep out of low areas. Closed spaces must be ventilate before
entering. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Ensure full personal protection (including respiratory protection) during removal of spillages. Provided it is safe
to do so, isolate the source of the leak. If possible turn leaking containers so that gas escapes rather than liquid.
Neutralised the leak material with limestones and soda ash.

Environmental precautions
Contain spillages with sand or earth, cover with polythene sheeting. Do not allow to enter drains, sewer or
watercourses. Spillages or uncontrolled discharge into watercourses must be alerted to the appropriate regulatory
body.

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